outline vs design outline

As eDave mentioned Board_Geometry/ Outline was used in older versions of cadence like 16.X. Going forward in 17.4 the Board_Geometry/ Design_outline is the preferred class/subclass

Providing Outline alone or Outline +design outline which is better

I am providing both (outline and design outline)in my designs with equal size.
Is it an appropriate way to provide a design outline? What purpose does the design outline serve?

Anything and all responses are welcome.

Cheers
Jithindev

Greetings, Masamasa

I value the reply.

Please explain the purpose of the design outline.
as 16.x versions didn't have the Design outline.

u did not give me an answer to my question as to whom u r providing the design to.

but i reply to ur comment.

if the receiver of ur desgin still uses 16.x, u need ouline.

otherwise u do not need outline but only design outline.

we will not provide our design file directly to any one. only share the Gerber files to Fab.
and I am using 22.1 editor 

if u r using 22.1, u do not need outline but design outline only.

I got few info about Board outline and and Design outline mented below;

1. Board Outline: This typically refers to the physical or mechanical outline of a printed circuit board (PCB) or a similar electronic component. It defines the shape and dimensions of the board itself, including the location and size of mounting holes, connectors, and other physical features. The board outline is crucial for ensuring that the PCB fits into its intended enclosure and interfaces correctly with other components.

2. Design Outline: This term might be used more broadly and could refer to the conceptual or schematic outline of a design project. It may include specifications, requirements, and high-level design considerations. In the context of PCB design, the design outline might encompass the overall functionality and purpose of the circuit, the arrangement of components, and the interconnections between them.

The level of detail and the specific content within these outlines can vary widely depending on the project and its requirements. In many cases, both the board outline and the design outline should align and provide essential information for successful project execution. However, they serve different purposes: the board outline deals with the physical aspects, while the design outline focuses on the conceptual and functional aspects

Correct me if i am wrong.

Regards,
Jithindev MK

I got few info about Board outline and and Design outline mented below;

1. Board Outline: This typically refers to the physical or mechanical outline of a printed circuit board (PCB) or a similar electronic component. It defines the shape and dimensions of the board itself, including the location and size of mounting holes, connectors, and other physical features. The board outline is crucial for ensuring that the PCB fits into its intended enclosure and interfaces correctly with other components.

2. Design Outline: This term might be used more broadly and could refer to the conceptual or schematic outline of a design project. It may include specifications, requirements, and high-level design considerations. In the context of PCB design, the design outline might encompass the overall functionality and purpose of the circuit, the arrangement of components, and the interconnections between them.

The level of detail and the specific content within these outlines can vary widely depending on the project and its requirements. In many cases, both the board outline and the design outline should align and provide essential information for successful project execution. However, they serve different purposes: the board outline deals with the physical aspects, while the design outline focuses on the conceptual and functional aspects

Correct me if i am wrong.

Regards,
Jithindev MK